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Oilers expect star F Leon Draisaitl to return Saturday

The Edmonton Oilers expect star forward Leon Draisaitl to return to the team on Saturday when they host the Washington Capitals, coach Kris Knoblauch said Thursday.

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Nugent-Hopkins Is Central to the Oilers’ Top-9 Forward Trade Plan

The Edmonton Oilers are actively exploring the trade market for a top-nine forward, but as Pierre LeBrun reported on TSN, the path forward is being shaped by an internal debate that could define their deadline strategy.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

NHL DFS Picks for January 22, 2026: Top Stacks, Best Value Plays & Goalie Targets

Another sweet 8-game slate. Let’s get to it. Edmonton Oilers Power Play 1 (Hyman, RNH, Walman, McDavid, Bouchard)* With Leon Draisaitl, Kasperi Kapanen, and Adam Henrique all out tonight—and the Penguins likely turning to Arturs Šilovs over a #RevengeGame Stuart Skinner—it’s hard not to love Edmonton at home.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 22

GDB 52.0: Oilers Searching for Home Ice Success (7 PM, SNW)

The Edmonton Oilers have played 23 home games this season. They’ve won 12 and are only 12-7-4 and have outscored teams 83-74. In the three previous seasons, the Oilers had the eighth most home wins in the NHL and were three back of the fifth most.

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NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 22

Former Oilers Return to Edmonton as Penguins Visit Rogers Place

The Edmonton Oilers will welcome back two familiar faces Thursday night. Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak return to Rogers Place for the first time since being traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins, bringing an emotional layer to a matchup that already features Connor McDavid faces Sidney Crosby one final time before they become Olympic teammates.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 22

NHL Trade Rumours: Oilers have ‘very concrete plan’ to add top-9 forward, says insider

The Edmonton Oilers have a “very concrete plan” to target a top-nine forward ahead of the NHL Trade deadline, but no deal is imminent, according to TSN

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 22

Ranking the Oilers’ Biggest Trade Deadline Needs

The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline is fast approaching, and the Edmonton Oilers are looking to finally get over the hump after back-to-back heartbreaking Stanley Cup Final losses.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 22

Oilers looking for forward upgrade, but there’s a catch

The Edmonton Oilers are having a solid season, by no surprise, and they’re looking to turn things up as the season continues. With the trade deadline coming in March, they still have enough time to make moves, and it looks like they have their eyes on a certain position.

Jamie Oleksiak News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22

What Would It Cost the Oilers to Acquire Jamie Oleksiak?

When fully healthy and at their best, the Edmonton Oilers don’t have many weaknesses. With goaltending now shored up by Tristan Jarry and Connor Ingram, the focus has shifted to improving depth both up front and on the back end.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 22

Scenes From Morning Skate: Prepare for a rough ride as Oilers roll odd lineup

If you’re an Edmonton Oilers fan planning to watch tonight’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, you might want to brace yourself. The lineup Kris Knoblauch is rolling out isn’t just unconventional — it’s borderline experimental.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22

Oilers Make Surprise Goalie Choice as McDavid Meets Crosby, Penguins

The Edmonton Oilers will host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night as Sidney Crosby comes into town and the Connor McDavid vs. Crosby match-up takes center stage.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / January 22

One trade target for each of the Oilers’ three needs

The big question entering March 6th’s NHL trade deadline is what will the Edmonton Oilers do? After making consecutive Stanley Cup Finals, the Oilers are looking to get over the hump in 2026.

Connor Clattenburg News / Breakaway on SI / January 22

Oilers Prospect Undergoes Hand Surgery After AHL Fight Injury

The Edmonton Oilers organization faces another injury setback as prospect Connor Clattenburg underwent surgery on his left hand following an unfortunate incident in the AHL.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 22

Goaltender reunion on ice likely not in cards as Oilers host Penguins

Pittsburgh probably won't get a chance to face former teammate Tristan Jarry when the Penguins visit the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. Jarry was traded from Pittsburgh to Edmonton on Dec.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins News / NHL Trade Talk / January 21

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Wasn’t Sure He’d Always Be an Edmonton Oiler

Sunday night marked a special moment in Edmonton Oilers history, as Ryan Nugent-Hopkins skated in the 1,000th game of his NHL career—all of them spent wearing the blue, orange, and white, the first player to have ever done so with the franchise.

Calvin Pickard News / NHL Trade Talk / January 22

'It does suck': Calvin Pickard talks ugly truth in Edmonton

Calvin Pickard didn’t hide his frustration when asked about his role with the Edmonton Oilers this season. A goaltender who was an ideal backup last season, won more than 20 games, and played in critical moments in the playoffs has become an afterthought this season.

William Nicholl News / The Oil Rig / January 21

Edmonton Oilers Prospects Roundup: William Nicholl has a big opportunity in front of him

As 2026 is now firmly underway, this is the time when organizations begin to look at the players who have their rights about to expire. These players whose rights expire in 2026 include names such as Maxim Beryozkin, Dalyn Wakely, Albin Sundin, and William Nicholl.

Kasperi Kapanen News / Daily Faceoff / January 20

Oilers’ Kasperi Kapanen expected to be out for 'about a week'

The Edmonton Oilers will be down a forward the next few games. Head coach Kris Knobluach revealed Tuesday that winger Kasperi Kapanen will miss about a week with injury.

Stan Bowman News / The Hockey Writers / January 20

Stan Bowman Still Has Work to Do to Improve the Oilers

After tonight’s home game against the New Jersey Devils, the Edmonton Oilers will have 31 games left in the regular season and only 26 games left after the Olympic Winter Games are over, and their season resumes on Feb.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / January 20

Oilers News & Rumours: Kapanen, Ingram, Draisaitl & More

As the Olympic break approaches, the Edmonton Oilers find themselves in a strong position and seem confident as they continue to push toward the postseason.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / January 19

The real Connor McDavid is back. Can the Oilers take advantage?

Last season, most explanations of Connor McDavid’s greatness would have centered around the Edmonton Oilers superstar’s unmatched CV. The overflowing trophy case of individual honors, including three Hart and five Art Ross Trophies, both tied for fourth-most all time, he gathered before turning 27.